1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Conquest | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2625 mm |
